San Diego

Classes and Socials

If you are new to Queerchata or dance in general, this is a great place to start regardless of skill level. In our social classes we introduce you to Bachata or Salsa and how you can dance as a queer person. We even have dance buddies who make sure you feel welcome and safe as they introduce you to the Queerchata way of dancing.

In-studio Courses

Our in-studio courses are great for those who want to build both skills and community. During this series of classes, we help you build out your repertoire of moves and moods, and share our love and appreciation for the history (and the future) of Bachata and Salsa.

Winter

Nov 1

Dec 21

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Oct 1, 2025

Intro to Bachata

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Foundation

Sundays 11:00AM - 12:30PM

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Intro to Salsa

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Rhythm

Sundays 12:30PM - 2:00PM

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Spring

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Sorry, no classes at this time

Fall

Sep 9

Dec 21

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Intro to Bachata

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Movement

Starts September 14: Sundays 11:00AM - 12:30PM

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Intro to Salsa

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Foundation

Starts September 14: Sundays 12:30PM - 2:00PM

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Queerchata is such a fun experience! If you’re queer and looking for a safe fun place to dance and mingle, I highly recommend going to a Queerchata social. ✨ Best of all, Queerchata makes their events super beginner friendly so that everyone can be a part.

Ángel

Signing up for a Queerchata class is probably one of the best things I've ever done for myself! Really appreciate all the thought & effort the QC team puts into creating safe & fun spaces for us. It's so true, healing happens in community :]

Aucoeur

This place is always a joy to dance in. I’ve met so many beautiful people here and the classes are just as amazing! Definitely recommend trying it out.

Sharon

Adrian's intentionality in creating uniquely inclusive spaces is remarkable. Whenever I attend a QC event I know I'm going to feel like I'm part of something special and I know I'm going to have an awesome time to go with it!

Chris

I've had a wonderful time at every queerchata event I've attended and there's been many. Lots of dancing and a beautiful affirming space to exist in!

Thali

As leaders of the Pride Employee Resource Group at our office, we’re always looking for ways to expand the horizons of our members and allies. The folks at Queerchata led a fun and engaging dance workshop that was work appropriate but also pushed on the idea of traditional gender roles within dancing. They were very considerate of people's comfort level, adjusted the pace when people fell behind, and reviewed steps as much as we needed. They really met everyone where they were at!

Rachael Datello

Manager, Production Management

Netflix Animation Studios

Queerchata has been life-changing for me. The feeling of camaraderie, safety, and joy I feel when I participate in a class is unparalleled.

Mel

Thank you for all the work you’re doing to create such a joyful space for me and my friends! It’s something I really look forward to on my tougher days.

Julia

To elevate your dance in a safe queer space, what more can someone ask for. I love it here ❤️.

Michael

Queerchata is incredible. It's been so healing to dance in an inclusive environment free of gendered expectations and full of acceptance.

Nicole

We loved seeing our guests participating in the dance lesson. A true celebration of community and movement that brought a lot of joy to participants and observers. It was a perfect way to end our NHM Commons Opening Celebration! Can't wait to think of other opportunities to bring Queerchata back to NHM!

Joel Quizon

Manager, Public Programs

Natural History Museum

The Queerchata team is building a fun, safe space and a welcoming community for queer people in the salsa/bachata dance scene. Everytime they're involved, I know it's going to be great time.

Arturo

I love Queerchata, learning to dance in such a inclusive, fun, and supportive space has been amazing! I have always loved dancing but disliked how heteronormative and patriarchal it can feel. I immediately signed up for the next class when I finished the first one.

Lindsey

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Instructors

Zair

He/Him

Zair is a salsa and bachata dancer who has been dancing at family parties since he was a kid, and has trained formally at different studios internationally. Zair believes in the importance of building intentional spaces that bring in community and also empower folks to move their bodies in the ways that feel best for them. As a queer Puerto Rican, Zair enjoys teaching a blend of traditional and modern dance techniques that explore playfulness and creativity. When he’s not on the dance floor (or at work), Zair spends his time mentoring LGBTQ+ youth, blogging about popular themes in tech, and hanging out with his family.

Zen

They/She

QPOC leader and advocate: Zen is a salsa and bachata dancer with over a decade of experience. From Hong Kong to San Diego, they have seen first-hand how the power of social dancing can transcend borders, language barriers, and cultural differences through the fluidity of movement, gender expression and shared joy. As co-founder of The Ayah Project (USA's first 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ Muslims) Zen is committed to advocating for the community on a national and international scale. The aim is not to be perfect, but to be free. Until then, as Rumi said, "dance, when you’re broken open. Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance in your blood. Dance when you're perfectly free."